I'm new to this. I am just about to start bcg.

Hi   and welcome to the group. I have not had BCG treatment, but being on here for a while, know it can be a successful treatment. Some people report no side effects while others have a tough time of it. Most people have some sort of mild discomfort. The treatment is usually administered by one of your clinical team. I am sure others will be along to share experiences and offer some advice.

There have been many discussions over the years regarding diet, but most experts advise a normal balanced diet. Best wishes.

Hi..i had the BCG treatment without any problems. Side effects were hardly noticeable. Tuesday 1st i have my first check up. Hopefully if clear will go on the next stage which is a 3 weekly BCG . I feel fine in myself so i am not envisaing  anything untoward. I am an 81 male and had the last 10 years of none invasive treatment..Hope all goes well with your treatment..think positive all will be well. 

Good morning Reenee, I’ve finished 6 BCG procedures and go today for a flexi cystoscopy to check how things have gone.  BCG is uncomfortable rather than painful and after one or two becomes less of a shock.As for diet I can’t imagine it makes a lot of difference if you have a balanced intake, more important is drinking plenty to flush the system . The anticipation of these procedures is worse than the procedure. My nurse assures me that the procedure is effective.

Over 10 years  i have had over 23  flexy cystoscopy...never a problem..but you do need to drink plenty. Going in day surgery on 1st june for cystology under general its a check up after my 6 weekly BCG.

Hope all goes well for you as I'm sure it will..

Thanks it's good to be connected and reassured

Just back from the flexi and told all clear, come back in 3 months. 

Pleased all went well good luck onwards.

Wonderful news

Pleased to hear you are clear.Jane x

Thanks Jane , it’s made my day .